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Brent Monahan

    Brent Monahan's work delves into compelling narratives, drawing from a rich background that includes professional experience in music and writing. His prolific literary output features fourteen novels and numerous short stories, showcasing a distinct narrative voice. The successful adaptation of two of his novels into motion pictures highlights the powerful resonance of his storytelling. Readers are drawn to his profound exploration of themes and his masterful command of prose.

    High-Speed Shudder
    The Bell Witch
    An American Haunting
    The Singer's Companion
    The St. Simons Island Club
    The Sceptred Isle Club
    • 2019

      High-Speed Shudder

      • 250 pages
      • 9 hours of reading

      Brent Monahan is celebrated for his compelling storytelling and rich character development. His works often delve into intricate plots that explore profound themes, capturing the complexities of human experience. Critics highlight his ability to weave suspense and emotion seamlessly, making his narratives both engaging and thought-provoking. Monahan's distinctive voice and keen insight into the human condition have earned him a dedicated readership and acclaim within literary circles.

      High-Speed Shudder
    • 2016

      The Manhattan Island Clubs

      A John Le Brun Novel, Book 3

      • 340 pages
      • 12 hours of reading

      Set in the summer of 1906, the story revolves around a murder at the prestigious Metropolitan Club in New York. A prominent member is brutally killed, and suspicion falls on another member who has a solid alibi, witnessed by numerous people across town. The narrative delves into the complexities of social status, the intricacies of club politics, and the quest for truth amidst a web of lies and misidentifications, challenging the perceptions of guilt and innocence within elite circles.

      The Manhattan Island Clubs
    • 2016

      The Sceptred Isle Club

      A John Le Brun Novel, Book 2

      • 360 pages
      • 13 hours of reading

      Set in 1905, the story follows John Le Brun as he travels to England to reconnect with his friend Geoffrey Moore, an import broker. Their friendship began six years prior during a complex murder investigation at the prestigious Jekyl Island Club while Le Brun served as Sheriff of Brunswick, Georgia. Now retired, Le Brun seeks to challenge himself among the intellectual elite of England, fulfilling a lifelong aspiration to engage with the brightest minds of the time.

      The Sceptred Isle Club
    • 2015

      The St. Simons Island Club

      A John Le Brun Novel, Book 4

      • 320 pages
      • 12 hours of reading
      3.9(12)Add rating

      Sheriff John Le Brun, known for his tenacity in solving intricate crimes, is drawn out of retirement to investigate the 1908 murder of a Manhattan brothel owner. Hired under mysterious circumstances, he discovers that the client's letterhead suggests involvement from J. P. Morgan, though the financier denies it. As Le Brun delves into the case, he must unravel both the murder and the identity of the impostor, blending elements of mystery with a backdrop of early 20th-century intrigue.

      The St. Simons Island Club
    • 2015

      The Jekyl Island Club

      A John Le Brun Novel, Book 1

      • 380 pages
      • 14 hours of reading

      Set against the backdrop of Jekyl Island's luxurious history, the narrative explores the lives of America's elite during the early 1900s. This exclusive retreat attracted wealthy families like the Vanderbilts and Rockefellers, who indulged in opulence and Southern hospitality. The club's members, a mere hundred individuals, wielded significant influence, controlling one-sixth of the nation's wealth, showcasing the intersection of privilege and power in a bygone era.

      The Jekyl Island Club
    • 2007

      The Singer's Companion

      A Guide to Improving Your Voice and Performance

      • 169 pages
      • 6 hours of reading
      3.2(10)Add rating

      Focusing on traditional vocal development, this guide integrates extensive research and 30 years of teaching experience. It presents practical insights into singing techniques, emphasizing aspects like breathing, resonance, and performance. Quotations from famous singers enrich the text, while clear language makes it accessible. The book includes diagrams, exercise sheets, sample songs, and a CD, catering to a wide audience from aspiring professionals to choir members. Overall, it serves as a comprehensive resource for enhancing vocal artistry.

      The Singer's Companion
    • 2006

      An American Haunting

      • 208 pages
      • 8 hours of reading
      3.5(66)Add rating

      A novel based on the Bell Witch of Adams, Tennessee, a famous 19th century haunting. This is not an eyewitness account.

      An American Haunting
    • 2000

      The Bell Witch

      An American Haunting

      • 206 pages
      • 8 hours of reading
      3.4(2047)Add rating

      The narrative centers on the Bell Witch, a notorious spirit that haunted John Bell's family in Tennessee starting in 1818. Known as "Old Kate," this malevolent entity initially communicated through unsettling rapping and gnawing noises before revealing its voice. The story delves into the eerie encounters and the impact of this supernatural presence on the Bell family, exploring themes of fear and the unknown in early American folklore.

      The Bell Witch